3/12/2009 @ 4:00PM

In Depth: 10 Great International Wine Destinations

Quinta do Portal, Douro Valley (Portugal)

Reach this winery by driving along narrow, winding roads. If you’re planning on tasting more than one glass of wine, consider staying the night. “They have a guest house hotel that has beautiful views,” notes Taber.

Wine to try (if you can’t get there right away): Grande Reserva, $35. Many port houses have, in recent years, made high-quality table wines from grapes that were traditionally for port. This one is top of the line, says Taber.